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The GOC has appointed Dr Hema Radhakrishnan as a registrant member of its Council, beginning 15 March. Hema is a qualified optometrist with over 20 years of experience in academia.

Published at 12:00 on 04/03/2024

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The GOC is seeking to appoint two new lay Council members who will begin their terms in October 2024 or April 2025.

Published on 18/03/2024

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News from Council - 13 March 2024

Updates from the Council meeting held 13 March 2024.

Published on 13/03/2024

We are seeking optometrists and dispensing opticians to join our Education Visitor Panel. The role is ideal for fully qualified registrants who are passionate about education quality assurance.

Published on 13/03/2024

The GOC has decided to suspend Gareth Long, an optometrist based in Newcastle, from its register for four months

Published on 12/03/2024